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Latest post on 30 July 2017 - 16:32
I have only ever heard good feedback, one of my sons colleagues went in May and said it was excellent.
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Latest post on 10 January 2017 - 16:51
Santa Fe Crown Allied Pickfords All good.
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Latest post on 28 December 2016 - 13:40
One of my colleagues recently took a car back to the UK and it was quite complicated and very expensive, but possible. However do check up the latest requirements around emissions testing as the EU is very strict as I have another friend who sent a car to Rumania only to have to bring it back because it failed!
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Latest post on 31 December 2015 - 10:58
Bump!
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Latest post on 30 December 2015 - 12:54
I rarely comment on maid threads but I have to agree with kitten67, you are looking for 50+ hours a week basic work plus weekend babysitting, own accommodation and transport - I don't think you will find anyone especially as you live a long way from most areas maids live in. Plus being honest - you are asking her to take on huge responsibilities, new baby, 3 animals, cleaning and cooking / food prep - when my own kids were babies I struggled so how any poor maid could be expected to manage.... I don't know!
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Latest post on 22 December 2015 - 13:27
Friday mornings tend to be the clearest in the week, a good day to go up the Burj Khalifa.
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Latest post on 22 December 2015 - 13:16
The best French cheeses are found in Carrefour, if you ask at their cheese counter they will be able to suggest which type of Camembert you should buy for each purpose. Bon Appetit :)
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Latest post on 20 November 2015 - 14:15
Visiting Saudi is impossible unless you have very close family there, even then it is difficult to get a visit visa, or you go for work and need an invitation from your company or the company you are visiting. Perhaps it could be possible to work something out with a university - they might be able to get you a visa. Truthfully I have been for work and can't see any appeal to visit in my own time but I am glad I have had the opportunity to go, it was an experience!
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Latest post on 17 November 2015 - 10:12
I would knock on the door and ask if they are new tenants, you could warn them about their landlords dirty tricks and even ask for a copy of their Ejari. I think you would have to say you didn't intend any harm to them only to get some compensation from the landlord. Good luck, the days of the 'dirty landlord' never really went away but at least rents aren't going up daily any longer.
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Latest post on 09 September 2015 - 09:36
Thank you. I do agree news and traffic would make sense.
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Latest post on 14 August 2015 - 09:46
I now have 2 pairs that are no longer the right prescription - has anyone seen a place I can donate them so they will be recycled? Thank you!
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Latest post on 10 August 2015 - 18:09
You should courier it back to your home country, the banks here would charge a fortune and still have to send it back yo the country of origin. Is there no way they can credit your bank account by bank transfer?
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Latest post on 08 August 2015 - 06:34
UAE Exchange also require an employment visa (paper copy is enough) and a copy of the users passport.
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Latest post on 08 August 2015 - 06:31
Look up P K Property, they have quite a few short term rentals.
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Latest post on 05 August 2015 - 06:01
Try AXA Middle East and RSA, think both offer home insurance.
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Latest post on 26 July 2015 - 20:13
I am confused, is this bad tenant still living there? You mentioned he bounced a cheque last year, and since then ......what has happened? I thought the rent committee were now hearing cases within 6 weeks.
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Latest post on 23 July 2015 - 14:26
I am going out on a limb here and going to say Repton!! I have been round Repton a few times recently (with new employees) and get a great feeling while I am at the school. It has fantastic facilities compared to JPS (sports and classrooms/play areas etc). JPS is squashed into a site that is far too small and has overflowing classrooms, the size of the class is far far smaller at repton too. Also your Year 5 will not have to change schools at age 11, to me that is a huge advantage - unless it is unavoidable who wants multiple school drop offs as a Mum! Hope this helps you a little to decide, you are very fortunate to have 2 offers at 2 outstanding rated schools :)
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Latest post on 04 July 2015 - 14:21
Kings Nad Al Sheba, Dubai British School Jumeirah Park, Firstpoint - there may be others but these are the ones than come to mind.
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Latest post on 01 July 2015 - 14:42
Have you tried sedar I think they are expensive aren't they?
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Latest post on 01 July 2015 - 14:24
Cara has in the last 10 years made lots of jewellery for me and my family and we have all been very happy with both the quality and the cost. They just made my daughters engagement ring using diamonds from my grandmothers ring and also 2 rings for a friend of mine who lives in another GCC country, one which they completely designed for her and it is stunning!
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Latest post on 24 June 2015 - 13:50
Could it be a fox? They get quite brave at times and there are desert foxes that will come into communities. Be careful of leaving the dog locked in the kitchen if it is a fox, they can be quite agressive.
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Latest post on 24 June 2015 - 13:46
A happy ending, thank you!:)
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Latest post on 24 June 2015 - 12:46
If you use a hire car then i think you can drive on your own licence. Once you have residency and ID etc then you will need to switch it over and it's done within a few minutes. This is sensible advice!
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Latest post on 24 June 2015 - 12:38
I don't think it would survive a month to 6 weeks in the container, the temperatures go up to 70c inside of them. You can buy plants here, I suggest you leave it with a green fingered friend!!
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Latest post on 01 June 2015 - 12:54
I know the company I work for can no longer get visas for Syrians, also lots of complications for Lebanese and Egyptians these days too.
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Latest post on 28 May 2015 - 20:01
The salaries are totally ridiculous, who would want to work for 10k or sometimes less? I am always quite shocked at what they are expecting for peanuts.
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Latest post on 26 May 2015 - 10:47
I think the question might be - which one can offer you a place! GP is by all ccounts an excellent school, don't hear as much about AFLEC.
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Latest post on 18 May 2015 - 08:35
The traffic is easy going that way, I commute from The Greens to Downtown every day (that is a little further on than The Oasis centre) and it takes around 20 minutes. Traffic out of The Marina is worse both morning and night, I don't have first experience though so perhaps someone else can help.
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Latest post on 18 May 2015 - 08:32
My suggestion would be to find a school first, and don't delay! School places for 6 year olds are quite scarce, perhaps consider schools in Mirdiff or Festival City, they would both be quite close to your place of work. Areas to look at - well budget is normally the deciding factor, villas are far more expensive than apartments both to rent and run. Good luck, CP x
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Latest post on 17 May 2015 - 16:57
Dear all, Checking if you would have recommendations of nurseries, with good reputation, that does not cost an arm and leg though , and which accepts infants (ie as of 5-6 months) around Tecom area, ie south dubai... I checked a few ie dewdrops in jlt, children's gardening barsha, le jardin enchante barsha, happy learning in tecom, raffles the lakes, etc and they accept kids with minimum age 15 months and above... Thanks a lot TinTinTin http://www.jinspire.com/About-Us/Our-Centres Not that close but some of my colleagues use this one. https://www.facebook.com/toddlertowndubai This one is also supposed to be good.
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Latest post on 15 May 2015 - 11:25
Al Mawakeb in Al Barsha and Chouifat , both favoured by Arab families.
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Latest post on 08 May 2015 - 06:42
Hopefully the RTA will sort out that road, it will become an even bigger nightmare if they don't ?
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Latest post on 08 May 2015 - 06:40
IKEA used to have them maybe someone who has been recently could confirm if they still do, or call when the shop opens.
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Latest post on 03 May 2015 - 19:35
Typical! Another 'holiday' over a weekend ?
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Latest post on 01 May 2015 - 20:30
Santa Fe and Global, both very good, Allied Pickfords too.
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Latest post on 01 May 2015 - 19:46
DESS is a great school but not an easy commute from The Greens or The Marina areas, you'd be better moving to Downtown or Jumeirah, Oud Metha etc. Safa Community is a lovely small school and an easy journey from The a Greens and Marina, also JVC and JVT, Sports City etc.
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Latest post on 01 May 2015 - 19:41
Try not to worry too much, there are so many mums with young children. Expat Woman has meet ups and most residential areas have a few Facebook pages where you'll be able to find local groups. It will be hot and Ramadan when you arrive so I suggest you look for a few soft play centres where hopefully people will be enjoying some cool play times. As far as which areas to look at - your budget will dictate where to look, also where your husband will be working. The Greens is very popular with young families, all apartments and fairly affordable. If your budget runs to a villa then Arabian Ranches is great, good pools and play areas. Keep asking questions on here, check rents on Dubizzle and Property Finder. Good luck ?
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Latest post on 01 May 2015 - 19:34
It is between Meydan and the Al Khail road, quite close to Business Bay. You reach it from the Nad Al Sheba exit off the Al Ain Rd.
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Latest post on 30 April 2015 - 16:46
Wellington SO is a huge school these days, well over 2000 kids I believe. Dubai British School is far smaller and they are opening a new school in Jumeirah Park. Much depends on the age of your child/ren. Check the KHDA reports on both and visit them too, if you can.
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Latest post on 30 April 2015 - 14:31
Try Debenhams and Homes R'Us, both I think sell UK size beds!
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Latest post on 27 April 2015 - 15:20
I don't have any recent experience but one of the reasons we came to Dubai 10 years ago was because we couldn't confirm school places with the education authorities in the UK until the kids were actually living there! Chicken and egg...... sorry I can't be more helpful but I still remember the nightmare experience.
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Latest post on 19 April 2015 - 06:42
Are you joint bank account holders? Is/was he your sponsor? Where is the car? Could it be sold? I can't see how any bank could make you responsible, but I would be interested in the answer.
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Latest post on 18 April 2015 - 17:45
I am looking for mother of the bride outfits! Have you looked at Hobbs, Eve Michelle on Beach Rd, Debenhams have a few stores within stores too. Saying this I have just ordered a dress online from Monsoon, risky but you never know! I am looking to wear a maxi dress (hideous ankles) so the average M of the B outfits aren't any good. Happy Shopping! Nerve wracking isn't it?!
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Latest post on 16 April 2015 - 17:54
Thanks all, I went for Samsung 8 kgs Got the same one, we don't use it all the for everything but always sheets and towels. Ours is 3+ years old, seems to work ok still.
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Latest post on 16 April 2015 - 17:51
I think you should contact the Omani Embassy to double check, if in doubt go and get a visit visa before you leave Dubai.
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Latest post on 14 April 2015 - 17:18
Sounds like there is more pain on the way for JBR residents :(
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Latest post on 13 April 2015 - 19:15
I am not sure 18 year olds are eligible for any benefits, maybe job seekers allowance (and that isn't much!). I could add that if you aren't legally allowed to reside in the UK but claim all sorts you probably have a better chance of getting some ££££, who me cynical??
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Latest post on 12 April 2015 - 14:32
It's a lovely school, I am sure your kids will soon settle there. Areas to consider nearby are Jumeirah and Um Suqeim if your budget stretches to a villa, or Downtown, DIFC, Sheikh Zayed Rd, Business Bay if you are more budget conscious as there are lots of apartments in these areas. Good luck, you will find heaps of help and information on this forum.
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Latest post on 12 April 2015 - 14:29
That is very generous, I am sure she will be very grateful and happy.
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Latest post on 11 April 2015 - 20:21
I have just had surgery done by Michael Opitz, I am seeing Dr. Shine his colleague next week to follow up.
 
 
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